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Why Timber Is Quietly Taking Over Luxury Architecture
Luxury architecture does not usually announce when it is changing direction. Materials move in and out of favor slowly, almost quietly Luxury architecture does not usually announce when it is changing direction. Materials move in and out of
Komatsu Forest’s Stability Concept
Innovations that last – 42 years of Komatsu Forest’s stability concept This year marks 42 years since the introduction of the first 901 – one of the world’s first single-grip harvesters designed from the ground up with a
National Timber Systems Rescued from Administration
National Timber Systems is Rescued from Administration and 160 jobs are saved National Timber Systems, a once-thriving entity in the timber industry, faced a significant downturn and ultimately collapsed last November. In a promising turn of events, the
Salvaging Sinker Logs from a Bygone Era
Retrieving sinker logs from historical US logging operations Sinker Logs-During the late 1800s and early 1900s, logs were commonly floated down rivers to reach sawmills for processing. This method, known as log driving, was essential for transporting timber
engcon and Komatsu strengthen their partnership
engcon and Komatsu announce enhanced integration through seamless tiltrotator technology engcon, the world’s leading manufacturer of tiltrotators, is strengthening its collaboration with Komatsu to deliver greater efficiency and convenience for excavator operators. This partnership focuses on simplifying installation
Timber Trends and Outlook from Fastmarkets
European timber trends and 2026 outlook from Fastmarkets Current market timber trends European markets for Nordic sawn timber remain subdued across all tracked regions, with price assessments reflecting minimal movement in recent months. Germany, France, Benelux and the
UK Woodland Creation Targets are Missed yet Again
We heading towards a serious timber shortage and have zero possibilities of reaching net zero unless we increase our tree cover in the UK. Once again, another government fails to meet the annual woodland creation target of 30,000
Fautz Forstsystem Conversion for John Deere Tractors
A significant number of German farmers also possess forested land. Fautz Landmaschinen provides a solution that enables the utilisation of a single tractor for both agricultural activities and forestry operations. Fautz Forstsystem from Fautz Landmaschinen Forestry in Germany
Bandit launches new hydraulic stumpgrinder
Bandit has launched the SG-40H, a new hydraulic-driven stump grinder designed to tackle one of the biggest pain points for tree-care professionals Building on the success of its popular SG-40 series, Bandit has introduced the new Bandit SG-40H
Emission Free ELIET Shredder Powered by Vanguard
How Briggs & Stratton is powering ELIET’s next generation of battery-powered shredders with Vanguard ELIET is known for pushing boundaries within the shredder industry, from introducing the world’s first self-propelled shredder on wheels to developing tracked shredders for
Christmas Decorations Through The Ages
Christmas decorations light up towns and cities, bringing joy to both young and old. But have you ever thought about where this festive celebration really began? Christmas Decorations-The origins of decorating houses with greenery in December date back
Kesla Chipper Rights sold to UAB Ukmergès Staklès
Kesla Sells the Product Rights of Its Previously Discontinued Wood Chipper Product Group to Lithuanian UAB Ukmergès Staklès Kesla announced in June 2025 that it had decided to discontinue its Kesla chipper product group as part of the
New Bandit Intimidator 15XCT woodchipper
Bandit launches new bespoke woodchipper in response to industry feedback Bandit has unveiled the new Bandit Intimidator 15XCT woodchipper, developed in direct response to feedback from UK industry professionals.Designed to meet the specific needs of tree care and
Microwave technology for measuring moisture content
Microwaves enable fast and reliable measurement of moisture content in stacked round timber. If the technology is further developed, the accuracy can be at least as high as today’s manual and labor-intensive methods. Measuring the moisture content of
New STIHL TSA 500 cut-off saw
STIHL launches most powerful battery-powered cut-off machine STIHL TSA 500-STIHL has unveiled the most powerful battery-powered cut-off machine to date. The TSA 500, with 16”/350mm cutting wheel, is the latest addition to STIHL’s AP System range. It offers
Maine loggers are struggling under the tarriffs
As the important winter logging season begins, people are seeing the values for their timber fall, while their costs to operate are going up. By Emmett Gartner, The Maine Monitor. Maine loggers-The dirt roads in the northern corner
Sampo Rosenlew sold to Tera Yatirim Teknoloji Holding A.Ş
Tera Yatirim Teknoloji Holding A.Ş acquires all shares of Sampo Rosenlew Oy Mahindra and Mahindra Limited (M&M) the world’s largest tractor company by volume, has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) with Tera Yatirim Teknoloji Holding Anonim
Kenworth Trucks Get Electronic Parking Brake System Option
Electronic Parking Brake System Now Available for New Kenworth Trucks Kenworth Trucks today announced the Bendix® Intellipark® Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system is now an available option for Kenworth heavy- and medium-duty models. FIND US ON Kenworth today
TMC CANCELA COMMITS TO GREEN HYDROGEN
TMC CANCELA COMMITS TO GREEN HYDROGEN THROUGH THE H2RCV PROJECT TO REDUCE EMISSIONS AND PREVENT FIRES IN THE GALICIAN FORESTS Thee H2RCV project was presented at the TMC Cancela headquarters. This innovative strategic initiative for the development of
17 Coniferous tree species show promise for commercial timber
17 Coniferous tree species show early promise for future commercial timber production in the UK Coniferous tree species-In the UK, commercial timber production is dominated by conifer forests consisting primarily of just nine introduced species, with Sitka spruce
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We cover all aspects of the forest industry from ground preparation, road building, planting, harvesting, extraction, haulage, saw-milling, health and safety, through to the end product. We visit harvesting sites, contractors, hauliers, and timber processing plants to keep abreast of all the latest news and technology.
Spending most of my life in forestry has afforded me the opportunity to build up a network of highly experienced operators that I am able to call upon for trialling forestry equipment and accessories. Having this unique network of operators gives us the advantage of carrying out honest and unbiased trials in optimum conditions.
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